floor-length

[flawr-lengkth, -length, flohr-]

adjective

1. extending to the floor.

   a floor-length skirt.

Word History and Origins

Origin of floor-length¹

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

She wore the honey-coloured, floor-length coat with the collar turned up, while flashes of its signature lining were visible underneath.

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She designed all kinds of pieces, from striped vests and floor-length dresses to lightweight pants and winter coats.

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I wore a grass-green, floor-length dress.

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I wore a lace, Champagne-colored floor-length dress.

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On a drizzling Saturday night, a herd of teenagers dressed in floor-length gowns and fitted suits enter a hotel ballroom through a blue and gold balloon arch.

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